Silas had arrived at Baruta Kingdom. Reaching the place where Princess Marida and her allies were, Fracture landed before the city's gate. Seeing the Familiars kneel before Fracture's appearance as Silas stepped out, dropping down as he looked at Princess Marida.
"We greet the Lord of Thorns!" The others spoke, seeing Silas bow to Princess Marida.
"Your sister has allowed bombs to explode in the city, now she holds control of Vengria, Vizel and Weiss. This war will end soon, but for the matter of your sister. Your Highness. I will have to kill your sister." Silas's words brought distress to her, her fist clenched. Her mind was trying to wrap around the understanding of having her sister's executioner before her.
"Is there any other way?" Silas shook his head. Princess Marida was innocent, albeit naive but she is trying her best not to fall into a pit of despair.
"The reason of her death. Is due to the chaos she has brought and the fact that she had an Ancient be chained by magic items. Forcing the Ancient to submit to her, Ancient's are beings that grant powers to those it has given its blessings. The Ancient of Slaughter, is one who will grant your sister her death. Or rather, a curse of sorts. That is up for the Ancients to decide." Silas explained as the other Ancients appeared before him. Kneeling as they kept their heads down.
"Curse." They spoke in unison.
"Ace, did your team find the Ancient?"
"Yes. We will stay by her side, Lord." Silas put the Grieving Thorn and Ashen Phoenix to his left hip. The Grieving Thorn katana and the Ashen Phoenix tachi, they were much more devastating now than they were before. Looking through the eyes of Terra, where Silas could see Vengria, Vizel and Weiss who stood before the Princess Radia by the Capital. Black Waltz and Azure Resound made their appearance by Terra's side.
"Who are you to stand before me!?" Princess Radia's words had the Hunters surround the trio. Black Waltz lifted his mask, lighting a cigarette.
"Vizel, Vengria, Weiss. You three are the real ones. Not the illusion conjured. I take it you wish to trade blows against the Lord?" Azure Resound asked as he readied his scythe.The three Rose Knights kept quiet, as Black Waltz elbowed his younger brother in law.
"You three! Draw your blades!" They did as they were told charging at the trio. Terra was taking on Weiss, Vizel faced Black Waltz while Vengria was facing Black Waltz. Their blades clashed as Princess Radia watched how her so called 'Knights' was overwhelming the opposition. The Hunters were joining in. Terra was able to dodge their attacks while facing Weiss while Vengria used his wind to push Black Waltz back. Even using a great sword to block the wind, it was able to circle past it. Going for Black Waltz's side, Black Waltz backed away. Dodging the wind as he fired a few shots at Vengria with a revolver. The bullets were being chipped away by Vengria's wind. The chipped bullets pierced into the heads of the Hunters around them.
Terra faced Weiss who unleashed the petals of the elements, freezing the other Hunters near them as Terra closed the gap. Narrow dodges of sword swipes, using the daggers to parry. Countering Weiss's sword techniques with his own.
Vizel unleashed his berserk nature, fast strikes that kept Azure Resound dodging, letting the attacks pass through. Striking the Hunters, cutting them in half.
"Princess Radia! They're attacks are damaging us!"
"What is taking so long!? Kill them!" Only to see Vizel's blade fly past Princess Radia's cheek. Grazing it. Vizel readied his shield, roaring at Azure Resound. Drawing out a Magnum pistol. Firing it off while Azure Resound dodged the bullets, letting them pierce into the nearby Hunters. Azure Resound, Black Waltz and Terra shifted with their backs turned to each other.
"What are you waiting for? Finish them!" Princess Radia spoke as the three Rose Knights went in for the kill. The blades clashed, a strong shockwave pushed everyone back. Where Silas was standing before them with Grieving Thorn and Ashen Phoenix, the blades were still in their sheathe. Silas pushed the three Rose Knights back, then charging after them as the sheathes faded from the katana and tachi. Vengria's wind came to haunt Silas in the form of sickles. Silas shut it out by using vines to act as his barrier.
Vizel went over to force Silas to focus on him, the Redemption Kai against the Grieving Thorn. The glow in Vizel's eyes, glaring at Silas who pushed Vizel back while Weiss went from behind. The blade grazed Silas's hair, seeing the white hair falling to the ground as Silas whispered for a wind to send Weiss flying back. Vengria charged with the katana, a downward slash to strike Silas. Silas let his guard down, letting Vengria's katana clash with Vizel's shield. Silas placed his feet on Vengria's back. Springing off to Princess Radia, the Hunters raised barriers to stop him. Shattering the barrier with the force that filled his body, Vengria used his wind to amplify the situation.
"Stop him!" An S Rank Hunter readied his shield. Only for it to shatter as Silas stepped over the Hunter's head, pouncing on Princess Radia. Grabbing the pendant and the grimoire she had in her possession. Crushing the pendant as Grimoire Raizel appeared, devouring the other grimoire.
"No! You can't!" Silas heard a loud roar from the distance. Seeing the Red and White Dragon, Ancient of Slaughter making her way to them. On her back were the 5 Crimson Reapers. The 5 Crimson Reapers fell to the ground, as they knelt before Silas.
"Iesar. I had always wanted to meet you." Silas said as they see a thick smoke blanketing the dragon, Vengria cleared it with his wind. Walking over to Silas with the other two Rose Knights. Seeing Iesar's human form, a woman wearing a bloodied dress, she had a stiletto that had blood dripping from it.
"Thank you, for freeing me. Lord of Thorns... Ancient of Ashen Grounds. Won't you greet the Lord of Thorns?" Iesar called out, seeing a little girl who was wearing a beautiful sundress while carrying a small umbrella for her stature. Walking over to Iesar, then tugging Iesar's dress.
"No! Come back here! How dare you betray me! You little br-" Silas snapped his fingers as vines appeared to bind Princess Radia's mouth. Looking at the Ancient of Ashen Grounds who was tugging Iesar's dress, shivering at the sight of Princess Radia.
"Ancient of Ashen Grounds. There is no need to be afraid." Silas said as he knelt before her, offering his hand. Looking at Iesar who patted her head. The Ancient of Ashen Grounds took his hand, smiling as she looked into Silas's eyes.
"She's a new Ancient. One whose ascension was very young from the past." Iesar spoke as a Hunter charged after her, breaking the blade with her fist. Shoving the stiletto into the Hunter's eyes. Then snapping her neck with a flick of the wrist. Another one came from behind. Only to watch as Iesar used her high heels as a weapon. Piercing to the leg, a sweep to the head. Sending the head flying into the air. A fountain of red spewed to her bloodied white dress, yet she did not say a word.
"Lord of Thorns. The Hunters here, may I slaughter them?"
"After you curse her." Iesar waved her hand as they see blood sprawling to her fingertips.
"Princess Radia. You will be cursed with dying violent deaths. Until the Goddess herself chooses to reclaim you. Your mind will be clouded by the visions and sensations of the people who have died under your rule." Iesar proclaimed as the blood forced itself into Princess Radia's mouth, nose and eyes. Her flesh was ripped open, her organs spilled out. Screaming and writhing in pain as Silas added the vines from his power to eat away her skin.
"My Crimson Reapers." Iesar called as Ace's team readied their blades.
"I desire chaos. I desire blood and I desire slaughter in my name!"
System.
By freeing Ancient of Slaughter ,Iesar.
You have increased the power of the Crimson Reapers.
They are now the Red and White Rose of Slaughter.
The Red and White Crimson Knights have been awoken once more.
New skill.
Slaughter of the Lambs. Every enemy before them will be seen as lambs.
Damage inflicted by 'Lambs' will be minimized to only 10%.
The more lambs killed, the higher the power increase.
The violence had started. A one sided massacre, as Silas lifted a bit of his mask to light a cigarette. Calm within the chaos. Princess Radia was able to see from the gap, as Silas walked on over.
"Don't avert your eyes. I had already warned you. So just enjoy the show." Silas said as they watched the Crimson Reaper rip off out the head and spine of a Hunter. Screaming as their morale was shattering. Crashing to rock bottom as if they could no longer do anything. The citizens who were in support of Princess Radia were not spared either. Vizel had cut down a family of five with a single swipe of his blade.
Princess Radia tried to close her eyes,only for the vines to rip out her eyelids. Forcing her to watch her people be slaughtered. Painting the walls red, staining the ground scarlet. Body parts thrown into the air while Silas just kept smoking. A head flew past him. An arm flew over to his shoe. A hand grabbed his ankle, Silas looked at the face of the Chairman from Baruta's Association. Sweating bullets, blood smeared on his face. Just feeling the shaky grip over his ankle.
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"Please! Stop this!" A plea.One filled with regret.
"I am a man of my word. I had warned you before." Silas said as he vented the smoke through his lips. Tapping the cigarette to ash it, looking around as the buildings were turned into rubble. The Lions had unleashed their assault. A piece of rubble came crashing in front of him, Silas's shoes and pants had blood sprayed over it. Whatever it was, Silas kept his thoughts to himself. This whole thing occurred within mere seconds.
The vines that had became Princess Radia's cage faded away, leaving nothing but a shell of a broken princess who was unable to say anything to the horror. Princess Marida and her forces arrived, being the witness to the Baruta Kingdom's ruin. Seeing Princess Radia who was void of any sort of humanity, she was a living and breathing corpse. Not a shred of emotion left. Her eyes were tearing up with blood. The smoke cleared away, nobody could tell where they went. Only hearing reports of devastation all across the Kingdom.
The world, the journalists had seen the devastation of these Familiars. They highlighted how the bombs were placed as per Princess Radia's orders to the Hunters and her soldiers. The world watched to how Vizel broke down, and the plan to unveil Princess Radia's schemes before the world. The chaos that was unleashed over Baruta Kingdom. The violence, the disasters and everything escalated before their very eyes. The sight of Princess Radia's curse by Iesar. Everything was for all to see.
The headlines took it up. Calling Silas 'The Calm Ruin'. Showing how Silas had the many Familiars within the SDU that were ready to respond to his call at any time. They see the Ancients by Silas's side, Ferno the Indomitable and the army he had. Their deeds were witnessed, the journalists watched as they were protected by the members. The original plan was to keep the affiliation hidden, Silas felt that was useless. It was better if the world heard of the news as a whole. That they be aware that the S-Ranked Hunter 'The Calm Ruin' would be able to render an entire country into nothing.
Footage of The Calm Ruin slicing through the A-Ranked Hunters with two swords was seen. The Hunters were powerless, they watched as they lost their resolve to fight. Only to watch as The Calm Ruin gave them a knife. Bowing to them as they killed themselves rather than die like dogs. Dying with dignity by their own hands rather than at the hands of a monster.
By the end of the day, news headline had discussed The Calm Ruin. Identity, trying to understand the depth of power possessed by the masked figure. Wondering if the 'The Calm Ruin' was considered the most powerful Hunter the world has ever seen. Questions arose whether they should view him as a threat. Whereby the Leaders of the Guilds in Cresnax, made it clear to the world.
"If you do not threaten the people of Cresnax. Then you'll be safe. But if you harm his way of life in Cresnax. Be sure to understand that he can make you pay for it." Loren was the first to speak.
"You can get the entire S-Rank of Cresnax to fight against him. He wouldn't be breaking a sweat. He's just that good. Even if we fought head on or sneak attacks. It wouldn't help. He could go toe to toe with all of us, even with The Chairman. So understand that the Chairman accepted his offer. The SDU that he has in his possession? It's the largest we've ever seen. Even his basic soldiers are as powerful as A-Rank Hunters. You shoot them. You rip their limbs off. You can do anything. They'd get back up and chase after you. They carry suicide bombs, blowing themselves up if it means that they did well for their master. How do you fight against an army that you can't terrify?" Beniya stated.
Silas was back in Cresnax, finding the Chairman and the Guild Leaders waiting for him.
"So was it the Garden?"
"No. Just people abusing Ancients. It's been settled." Silas answered Chairman Hargrave's question as he stretched his neck.
"That was a brutal conquest. Did you have to go that far?" Cynthia asked.
"Humans are the most cruelest creatures, the Garden is an example of that. Anyway... Seems like I'm getting summoned for something. I'll leave my Ancients to help in being teachers at the Academy." Silas said as he vanished.
Finding himself in the realm of the Gods. Etana, Death's Governor, Lucius, Satanael and the many Supreme Gods were in attendance.
"I greet the Gods before me."
"Avatar of Seasons... There's another problem... Not with your world but of another."Etana said as she looked at Death's Governor.
"It is a world similar to yours but it comes with the Constellation System. We can't have you intervene because of the rules of the world but you may act as a Constellation. Your feats of restoring peace to many worlds, saving the lives of many and valiant war efforts have granted us a chance to recommend you. What name do you wish to bear as a Constellation?" Silas looked to the menu that had opened.
Constellation Name
Constellation Alignment :
Likes :
Dislikes:
Constellation Power Sets.
Constellation Ability.
Constellation Servants.
Craft Point system.
"What about Servants?"
"The Servants will be within the lineage of the Lord of Thorns, the Rose Knights and any Familiar you have gained. Or you can create such Familiars yourself. By recommending you as a Constellation. You may have many names and may offer many things to different people.By being a Constellation you are akin to a god. Your powers and also favourability by many of us would be an added advantage. That world has seen its ruin far too many times. A rigged game that was meant to be nothing short of an insult to what we have given!" Death's Governor slammed his fist by the arm chair of bones. Shattering his chair as he remained afloat.
"The reason why you granted humans these powers. Was it for your amusement or was it to test whether humanity may be able to handle against beings that wish for our extinction?" The Gods fell silent to that remark.
"It's fine. I won't question it. At the end of the day, you kept your promises and have given your blessings to many people."
"Thank you, Avatar... I apologize but not even we know why these things are happening.. All these were done from Gods before our time." Etana spoke as Silas gave a nod.
Silas looked at the menu as he began making some Servants.
Constellation Name : Calm Ruin. True Name Silas Gates
Constellation Allignment : Neutral.
Likes : Peacefulness, overcoming terrible odds with nothing but sheer force and luck. Fighting to protect others, fighting for the sake of protecting others. Cruelty to enemies that deserve it, mercy to those that are given the chance. Doing things to keep one's sanity.
Dislikes : Unnecessary bloodshed. Violence involving the weak. Drunk on power, corruption of one's mind. Turning people into nothing but drones for war and greed. Greedy individuals who try to take advantage of his apostles.
Constellation Power Set.
Fertile Seasons Planting and farmwork is made easier with spirits and able to bless the land to ensure prosperity. The Crying Roses Grief, loss, sadness and despair. That is what makes the roses cry and fall into their regression. Bloody Thorns Even if Roses are peaceful by nature, it does not mean that they will not prick you with their thorns.
Constellation Ability
The one who listens. Unlike most constellations. You do not blame or try to influence the thoughts of your Apostles. The one who speaks. You can engage in direct communication but it is limited to text and gestures. It is far more fluent than simple gestures or speaking of actions. The Apex. Due to your power and deeds, Constellations will be wary of your appearance. You're strength is much higher than usual. (They do not know your origin but your power will be felt by all when you join them.) The One who allows Covenant. You allow covenants of your Apostles to be made with other constellations regardless of karma. The one who cultivates. Your apostles will grow at a steady pace, with many things. You do not limit their growth. You reward them in many ways. The One who gives Trials Your Apostles, when brought to your trial may die repeatedly but if they do not break and they do not falter despite failing. They will be able to attain greater power but they won't die in your trials. The One Who Keeps Promises. Should your Apostle break a promise willingly with a certain intention, they may be killed by your hand. The Protective Constellation. When a Constellation breaks the rules or boundaries by descending without the required conditions. You will be the one who can subdue them without causing much of a fuss, then throw them into their domain and even beat them senseless or to submission. The one with the biggest wallet. You may also sponsor Players within the world to your liking. You start with 100 billion coins and can earn more of them. The One Who Nurtures You may access streams of Players to protect them from situations when the world shifts negatively. The One Who Balances. Should a situation be unfavorable, you may argue with the game masters. Be warned, Constellations may also argue with or against your suggestion. The One who bears hope. You may befriend Constellations of certain views, you may give hints to players of your choosing for a price. You may also be known as the one who protects others.
Constellation Servants(Newly Created)
Hell Raisers A team of 5 human soldiers that are geared with Pandora's Box weapon types. Able to shift combat capability and aid their Apostles. Lord of Dusk, Xinaer. A human swordsman that has achieved peak mastery of the Dusk Weapon techniques, able to hide his presence from all eyes including Constellations. Known for his super sonic sword techniques. Phantom Raven, Ebonwing. An Ancient class Servant, created to be the opposite of Vizel the White Rose. Wields a basket hilt sword with a raven shaped helmet, feathers act as plumes and his black wings spell an ill omen. More to add More to add.
Craft Point System
For every feat your Apostles make.
They will gain a certain item.
Petals.
You can also request Bellwitch to create weapons according to the level requirements for them.
Petals can be used to purchase items from you, but also give you roses that you can bless with your power to Bellwitch for more Thorn sharpness weapons.
To balance this, your weapons are powerful but their durability is considered below average.
They can increase durability of weapons by putting them together and combining them.
They may also grant you offerings and you may give them benefits for being your Apostles.
You may request your Apostles to gather materials.
Those who are under your care will be given benefits in the form of your skills but tweaked down for balancing issues.
"So.. When do I start?"
"You can do this now, and even when you are idle or even during combat. The system will notify you at all times regarding the situation." Death's Governor said.
"If the Constellations play naughty, then I might as well make sure to discipline them." Silas said with a grin as the Supreme Gods gave a nod.